as in calmness
evenness of emotions or temper
kept his composure in spite of the repeated provocations
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Recent Examples of composure
By the director’s standards, this is a sober and distinctly mature film, centered by the unwavering composure of Servillo’s De Santis.
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2025
Here are some tips from Rosenberg and other experts on how best to maintain your composure amid South Florida’s gridlock.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2025
Onana has shown his qualities — line-breaking passes, composure under pressure, and bold positioning — yet those highs have too often been followed by lows.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
Suh displayed composure and a well-round skill set in becoming the first Orange Lutheran girl to capture the CIF singles title since Kaitlyn Christian (USC) in 2009.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 18 Aug. 2025
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David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2025
Here are some tips from Rosenberg and other experts on how best to maintain your composure amid South Florida’s gridlock.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2025
Onana has shown his qualities — line-breaking passes, composure under pressure, and bold positioning — yet those highs have too often been followed by lows.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
Suh displayed composure and a well-round skill set in becoming the first Orange Lutheran girl to capture the CIF singles title since Kaitlyn Christian (USC) in 2009.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for composure
Noun
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Jared has a constant calmness about how crazy the day is.—
Demetrius Patterson,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Sep. 2025
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There’s nothing quite as soothing as the drowsy calmness that washes over you when your partner runs their hands through your hair.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The serenity of this secluded Côte d’Azur retreat provides a tranquil foil for The White Lotus’ explosive drama.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Travel company Travelbag determined the best global vacation destinations for serenity seekers, based on factors like noise and light pollution, the number and quality of green spaces, and the local congestion levels.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While recording the song, Youmin imagined boxers in a ring, filled with confidence and coolness to fight.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Today, many companies seem intent on convincing consumers of debit’s coolness.—
Michael Waters,
The Atlantic,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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They are defined under equilibrium conditions where the system is stable over time.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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But while the market appears balanced, the transition from summer languidity to fall busyness could set the stage for a sharp transition in dynamics and an equilibrium shock.—
John Walkup,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Colum’s smug assurance that the wedding will happen soon is rocked when Ned shows up with news of the Grants’ suspicions about the raid.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
12 Sep. 2025
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Every watch is protected by a 2-year warranty—an uncommon assurance in a market often marked by uncertainty.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The ups and downs of life are borne with equanimity and optimism prevails.—
Ginny Whitelaw,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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And the origin of aloha—ha being breath, life—calls to mind the Buddhist perception of happiness as equanimity.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
10 July 2025
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“Composure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composure. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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